How To Change A Wall Light
Before replacing a light fixture check your electrical circuit panel to locate the circuit.
How to change a wall light. To replace this kind of switch follow these steps. Unscrew the mounting screws holding the fixture to the electrical box. Unscrew the switch from the electrical box and pull it out with the. If you re not sure which breaker that is turn on.
In the video we kill ac power to the light fixture remove the screws holding the old light fixture cut the caulking around the base of the light remove. How do i replace a wall mounted light fixture. Remove the old fixture. You can sometimes turn decorative screws by.
Use a non contact circuit tester to check the wires for power. Jodi marks former co host of hgtv s fix it up series for nine years and now a current member of the team on danny lipford s today s homeowner syndicated n. Flip off the breaker in the main panel that controls the circuit. Secure the base or canopy.
Loosen the mounting screws or knob that holds the base of the light fixture to the electrical box then gently pull the fixture away from the box. Some models will vary but most outdoor light fixtures use a screw or clip design to hold your new fixture in place. Unscrew and remove the switch plate. Remove the old light fixture remove any shade or globe on the sconce then remove the light bulb.
Check that it is straight and make adjustments. Screw the new light bulb into the socket and replace the covering it. Make sure your new outdoor light fixture is firmly attached to the wall. Turn off the power.
Finish securing the light fixture to the mounting plate.